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This advance notice of proposed rulemaking solicits public comment on APHIS’ plans to propose amendments to enhance regulations and standards for animals covered under the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) in three areas: 1) Public handling of wild and exotic animals at licensed exhibitors. 2) The training of personnel who handle wild and exotic animals in these settings. 3) Environmental enrichment to promote the psychological well-being of all species covered under the AWA. Our intent is to utilize this feedback to help inform our development of a proposed rule.